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August 2023

🎪 Join us at the State Fair

We look forward to seeing you at the Iowa State Fair, August 10-20; read the article below so you’ll know where to find the Iowa Touchstone Energy Cooperatives.

August also brings the start of a new school year so read the article reminding drivers (and kids) how to remain safe on the way to and from the school.

And finally, with the heat we have experienced this summer, learn more about saving energy in your home. As always, contact us with any questions about any of these topics.

Mike Pence Visits Midland to Talk Energy Policy

Click to watch Mike Pence talk to Midland about energy policy.

Midland Power welcomed former vice president and current Republican presidential candidate Mike Pence to our Boone office last month. The event’s discussion focused largely on national energy policy and the importance of economic development in rural Iowa.

HEAR HIS COMMENTS

Annual Report Video Highlights Co-op Challenges, Accomplishments

At last month’s annual meeting, we debuted our 2022 annual report video. See what your electric co-op has been up to and how we continue to work to serve you, our member-owners.

WATCH IT NOW

Midland Welcomes Skartvedt to Board

Members in district four elected Paul Skartvedt to join the Midland Power board of directors at the annual meeting last month.

FULL ELECTION RESULTS

Paul Skartvedt - District 4 Director

Learn More About Electric Vehicles

Learn about electric vehicles - electric vehicle charges at fuel station.

Are you considering buying an electric vehicle (EV), but aren’t sure if it makes sense for your budget or lifestyle?

Our new EV website can help. Learn all about the current electric vehicle models and discover how charging at home may impact your electric bill.

LEARN ABOUT EVS

Connect with Us at the Iowa State Fair

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Stop in to see us at the Iowa State Fair!

SPOT US AT THE FAIR

Ask an Expert: Household Electricity Use

How much electricity does the average household use in a year? And are there ways to decrease electricity use?

ASK AN EXPERT

Back to School: Drive Safely

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Kids across the country return to school at the end of the summer. Follow these tips to drive safely and be alert. And don’t forget to teach your kids to practice safety, too, as they walk or bike to school.

DRIVE SAFELY